A Sage grouse hunter in the west
A Guide to Hunting Sage Grouse

Sage grouse hunting is a privilege that comes with significant responsibility. Each September, an inexplicable…

Ryan Busse bird hunting with his dogs in Montana
Montana Bird Hunting for Pheasant, Huns, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and More

Upland bird hunting under the big sky of Montana is a beautiful challenge with a…

A prairie chicken flushes from grasslands in Kansas
A Guide to Greater Prairie-Chicken Hunting in Kansas

Learn how to locate greater prairie-chickens in Kansas’ legendary Flint Hills, Smoky Hills, and High…

A burger made with ground goose meat topped with pineapple and lettuce on a checkered paper
Sweet and Spicy Canada Goose Burger

Turn your goose legs and thighs into a juicy burger by using these tips for…

Spruce Grouse Hunting In Alaska

Building a new reputation for the overlooked and underrated spruce grouse. Spruce grouse are not…

Some doves taken in early season hunting
Early Season Dove Hunting Ideas

Dove hunting can be the best option for good wingshooting in the early season. I…

A Clapper Rail running on a shore line.
Guide to Hunting Clapper Rails

Learn to hunt this misfit waterbird, from drives to push poling; the clapper rail offers…

Pellet grilled doves with a spicy tequila glaze
Pellet Grill Dove with Sweet and Spicy Tequila Glaze

Rediscover the combination of jalapeños, bacon, and dove meat with this glaze inspired by the…

Krambambuli the famous hunting dog
Six Famous Hunting Dogs in History

The legacies of Old Drum, Fend L’Air, Judy the Pointer, and more reach far beyond…

A plate of three whole-roasted doves with a champagne raspberry sauce, served with cauliflower
Roasted Dove with Raspberry Champagne Sauce

Celebrate September with a champagne reduction sauce and skin-on, whole-roasted doves We sweat bullets all…

Dove in a tree during their migration
Understanding the Dove Migration: Local Versus Migrant Doves

Some mourning doves migrate and others do not. Leg band data helps wildlife managers understand…

A dog being conditioned through exercise and training.
Dog Conditioning – Physically Preparing Your Dog for the Rigor of Hunting Season

Best practices for physically conditioning your dog before hunting season. A long day afield is…

A bundle of split firewood with a fire burning in the background
How To Collect Your Own Firewood

Best practices for cutting, hauling, splitting, and storing firewood Like Henry David Thoreau, I look…

A mourning dove flying.
Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura): A Feathery Missile

Mourning doves are a popular, fast-flying game bird with a haunting call. On an early…

Reina pepiada made with chukar and stuffed into fried dough arepas
Arepas con Chukar Reina Pepiada

The best elements of chukar salad and guacamole are combined in this perfect summertime dish…

A dog and a dog trainer making eye contact.
The Importance of Eye Contact During Dog Training

Create teamwork and connection between you and your dog by learning to read each other’s…

Two chukar on a grill
Twelve Favorite Upland Bird Recipes for the Grill

Cook these sizzling pheasant, quail, chukar, and grouse recipes on your grill this summer I,…

A mother shows her kids how to upland hunt.
Introducing Kids to Upland Bird Hunting

Guidance for teaching kids about bird hunting, bird dogs, and conservation. My daughter was three…

An appetizer dish of watermelon, pheasant, and jalapeno on toothpicks served on a platter
Summer Watermelon and Grilled Pheasant with Ponzu Sauce

Try this delightful appetizer that blends umami flavors and watermelon sweetness with sliced pheasant I…

A selection of vintage shotgun ammo with a old classic shotgun
A Guide to Choosing the Right Load For a Classic Shotgun

Old shotguns can be picky, but here is a guide to choosing the right shotgun…

A wild upland bird in North America, specifically a ruffed grouse.
2024 North American Upland Hunting Survey

The most comprehensive ongoing research in the upland hunting community. Welcome to our annual North…